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Adult Specialist

Halifax Regional Municipality
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Job Description

Halifax Public Libraries invitesINTERNALapplications for thefull-time, term position ofAdult Specialist atWoodlawn Public Library. This term will last for one year.

This is a unionized position. Preference will be given to internal NSUPE Local 14 employees.

Halifax Public Libraries is committed to employment equity.  We encourage all qualified persons to apply and self-identify. 

ABOUT THE BRANCH
Woodlawn Public Library is nestled between Downtown Dartmouth and Cole Harbour, at the heart of our community. We make regular visits to Eastern Passage and have a bookdrop at the Horizon Recreation Centre. Our large, bright space was once a movie theatre! At Woodlawn, you'll find traditional library services enriched with plenty of tailored support - our staff and volunteers are committed to providing personalized services to empower our community.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As anAdult Specialistat Halifax Public Libraries, you will:    
  • Plan, deliver and evaluate adult programs and events – for the branch, district, and/or region
  • Provide facilitation in adult programs and meetings
  • Facilitate diverse social, recreational and learning experiences
  • Work to actively engage adults in the library in formal and informal ways
  • Build relationships and maintain community partnerships
  • Participate in hiring public service staff
  • Participate in hiring, training and supporting staff in adult programming and public service 
  • Recruit, hire, train and oversee volunteers and grant-funded staff
  • Support regional projects and initiatives; participates on regional teams
  • Act as a resource in the area of adult programming and services
  • Act as Person in Charge in library branch(es)
  • Display, promote, and perform work duties in a positive and safe way and displays safety awareness at all times.
  • Support and show leadership by working to health and safety standards, following health and safety policies and procedures and encouraging colleagues to work to the same standards by reporting incidents, hazardous conditions and improvement possibilities.
Education and Experience: 
  • Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of related experience
OR 
  • Two (2) years of Post-Secondary and four (4) years of related experience
OR 
  • Completion of Grade Twelve (12) or equivalent and six (6) years of related experience
Additional requirements:  
  • Read and write English 
  • Excellent communication, conflict resolution and customer service skills 
  • Demonstrated ability to provide instruction and training
  • Experience in program planning and delivery for adults 
  • Knowledge of media and resources of interest to adults
  • Basic computer knowledge and skills including:
    • Functions of a web browser
    • Microsoft Office applications 
    • Social media applications
  • Intermediate technology skills including:
    • Willingness to learn and experiment with additional tools and technologies
    • Willingness to support others in learning technical skills and concepts

Assets:
  • Fluency in a second language 
  • Awareness of community resources available to adults
  • Experience working with diverse communities
  • Certificate in Adult Education or post-secondary education in a human services field (e.g. literacy, social work, counseling, community health)
TRAVEL
The position requires occasional travel between our various library branches and community sites within the Halifax Regional Municipality. 

Who We Are

Community is at the heart of all that Halifax Public Libraries undertakes. Comprised of 14 branch libraries, we serve the 400,000 citizens of Halifax with our collection of 1 million items and a wide range of programming. Halifax Public Libraries blends the best of traditional library services with innovative programs, spaces and technologies, attracting more than 3 million in-person visits each year.

Halifax Public Libraries hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply and self-identify.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview or other form of testing and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs when contacted for an interview and/or testing.

Schedule

Week 1
Monday 9-5
Tuesday 1-9
Wednesday 1-9
Thursday 9-5
Friday 9-5
Saturday 9-5

Week 2
Tuesday 1-9
Wednesday 1-9
Thursday 9-5
Friday 9-5
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Branch/Department: Woodlawn Public Library
  • Hourly Rate: $32.69 – 37.10
  • Bi-weekly Hours: 70
  • Posting Close Date: 11-Oct-2026
  • Assignment End Date: 29-Oct-2027

Adult Specialist · Halifax Regional Municipality

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